Description
Indulge in rich and creamy Spanish Hot Chocolate, the ultimate cozy drink perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Whole Milk (Can substitute with oat milk or almond milk.)
- 6 ounces Dark Chocolate (70% cacao) (Can use semi-sweet chocolate chips as an alternative.)
- 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder (Unsweetened to control sweetness.)
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (Consider coconut sugar or maple syrup as alternatives.)
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch (Can also use arrowroot powder or tapioca starch.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon (Optional for those who prefer a milder flavor.)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Enhances the overall flavor.)
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine ¼ cup of cocoa powder, ¼ cup of granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Whisk these dry ingredients together thoroughly, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Gradually whisk in 4 cups of whole milk, stirring continuously to maintain a smooth mixture.
- Place the saucepan on medium heat, continuously whisking for about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in 6 ounces of chopped dark chocolate, ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream or cocoa powder.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg